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Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state’s fastest growing city and oldest provincial city.
Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision:
‘Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.'
We have a workplace culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.
About the role
As the Community Partnerships Officer – Bushcare, you will be part of the Environment and Sustainability, Education and Awareness team and responsible for the delivery of Council’s Bushcare Program.
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
- manage, improve, and deliver bushcare programs in a way that ensures best practice in volunteer management
- develop and deliver inductions and upskilling workshops for bushcare volunteers to achieve a high level of competency and understanding of Workplace Health and Safety requirements, applicable Council policies and best practice natural area management
- assist bushcare groups in the development of annual plans and management of bushcare sites
- undertake environmental site assessments, attend infrequent working bees, and support public events to support the groups on ground with technical advice
- manage the bushcare program, volunteer budgets and undertake reporting
- provide advice on Community Partnerships and volunteer activities to other Council officers to strengthen and enhance Council programs and services
About you
To be successful in this role you will have:
Mandatory:
- current Queensland “C” class driver’s licence
- experience in managing volunteers that deliver on ground environmental works with the community
Desirable:
- tertiary qualifications in the environment or natural resource field or substantial equivalent experience sufficient to carry out the duties required
- substantial experience in delivering environmental community projects, volunteer management and native regeneration project delivery
- Experience in the delivery of natural resource management outcomes
About the benefits
This is a fixed-term, full time position until 29 November 2024 with a salary commencing at $93,169 plus superannuation of up to 12.5%
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- become a key member of a team that is passionate and dedicated to building a positive, inclusive, and constructive workplace culture
- supportive culture that promotes a healthy work/life balance
- ongoing learning, development and career opportunities
- employee health and wellbeing programs
- four (4) weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading, cultural leave and other leave options
- a variety of salary packaging options that includes, financial advice, income protection insurance, professional membership, novated leases and more
Apply now
If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.
Please apply online and submit:
- a cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role
- a resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold
Closing date: 1 March 2024
Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment screening which may include a criminal history check.
Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.
